Humphrey Bogart

The very definition of the term "film icon," Humphrey Bogart rose from a bit player on Broadway, to a supporting B-movie actor, to eventually become the undisputed reigning box-office star of his day....
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Some of the greatest and most memorable movie quotes of all time were completely unplanned. Don't believe us? Take a look at 20 of our favorites below and see for yourself:
1. Annie Hall
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Woody Allen's famous sneeze as his character, Alvy Singer, picks up a box of cocaine at a party, and after finding out that it's $2,000 an ounce, he asks what the appeal is...before sneezing all of the powder away into its owner's face. The sneeze was not scripted, believe it or not. The moment tested well with audiences and the other actors in the scene reacted so perfectly to it that Allen decided to keep it.
2. Titanic
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Perhaps one of the film's most memorable lines, Leonardo DiCaprio's feeling of invincibility would never have been captured had he not ad-libbed the line, "I'm king of the world!" Titanic has other improvised moments as well, like the scene where Jack teaches Rose to spit and when Rose spits in Cal's face.
3. Being John Malkovich
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Though this moment is contested somewhat, we still love the story. A few extras allegedly snuck some beer onto the set to make the most of long hours of filming. One such extra, who was (may or may not have been) supposed to throw something at actor John Malkovich's head from a passing vehicle, shouted "think fast," making the scene even funnier. Rumor has it that because of the line's inclusion, the extra had to receive a generous pay raise, all because of a drunken addition to the movie.
4. Blade Runner
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As Blade Runner, a film about a bounty hunter seeking androids to "retire," reaches its conclusion, its main character, Rick Deckard, is saved by the android he is supposed to kill. Right before preparing to die, the android, Roy Batty, gives a monologue reflecting on his past experiences. Though the monologue was indeed scripted, actor Rutger Hauer added the beautiful phrase, "like tears in rain."
5. Taxi Driver
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The script said "Travis talks to himself in the mirror." Robert De Niro took care of the rest. Because of this, we're left with one of the best lines in movie history, one of the greatest performances of all time, and the best idea for a theme party ever.
6. Dumb and Dumber
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The original script featured the titular idiots to argue over jelly beans in order to test the nerves of the hitman they unknowingly picked up as a hitchhiker. Since this is a movie with Jim Carrey and Jeff Daniels, it evolved into something altogether different. The most annoying sound in the world was, for better or for worse, entirely improvised.
7. Good Will Hunting
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Robin Williams received his first and only Oscar for his dramatic role in Good Will Hunting. You may be able to take Robin Williams out of the comedy, but you can't keep the comedy out of him, and thus, in the midst of a pivotal scene in the movie, Williams broke into an unplanned story about his wife's flatulence. Matt Damon's uncontrollable laughter is genuine, as are the moments the camera shakes because of the cameraman's laughter. That's a magical movie moment.
8. Goodfellas
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The most memorable moment of Martin Scorsese's 1990 mobster movie is easily Joe Pesci's refusal to be called funny. This line was allegedly ad-libbed and inspired by a real incident where Pesci called a not-very-pleasant gangster funny.
9. Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back
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Hardcore Star Wars fans may know this bit already: the famous Han Solo moment where he tells Princess Leia "I know" wasn't scripted. The line was originally written as "I love you too," but didn't seem to fit into character. Harrison Ford suggested they change it to something a little more in line with Han Solo's personality, and thus, the greatest response to "I love you" was born.
10. Pretty Woman
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In a gloriously unscripted moment, Richard Gere's character was supposed to present Julia Roberts with a stunning diamond necklace, but instead playfully snapped the bling box closed. The unplanned move, and Roberts' perfect reaction to it, was so honest and fit the film so well, director Garry Marshall kept it in the finished version.
11. Raiders of the Lost Ark
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The epic sword fight that was scheduled for this scene (or perhaps it was a whip vs. sword situation) was ignored entirely in favor of this easier-to-film scene. The moment, when Indiana Jones just nonchalantly pulls out his pistol and does away with the swordsman, wasn't scripted. Spielberg agreed to do it to make filming easier for Harrison Ford, who was feeling a bit under the weather at the time. Thus, movie history was born.
12. Zoolander
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After David Duchovny's character explains to Ben Stiller's Derek Zoolander why male models have been behind every political assassination of the last 200 years, Stiller forgot the line he was supposed to stay in true Zoolander fashion, so he just repeated his previous line, "Why male models?" This prompted Duchovny's equally funny ad-lib, "Are you serious? I just told you that a moment ago..."
13. The Godfather
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The Godfather has a scene where Peter Clemenza is heading out to whack Paulie, but before he does, his wife asks him to pick up some cannolis. While the scene following Paulie's death was originally scripted as just "Leave the gun," Clemenza added a bit of humor and continuity to the film by adding the second part.
14. The Shining
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Stanley Kubrick's iconic adaptation of the Stephen King classic features the ad-libbed line "Here's Johnny!" Jack Nicholson improvised this line after chopping his way through the door and sticking his face in. The quote, referencing Johnny Carson's immensely popular late night show's introduction, added a bit of humor to an incredibly terrifying moment. It also, strangely, made the moment way creepier too.
15. Jaws
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Really, though, there was nothing else to be said. After seeing the shark for the first time, this unscripted moment was the only logical reaction a person could have. And now it's legendary.
16. The 40-Year-Old Virgin, Knocked Up
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The extremely memorable, easy-to-imitate moments from both of these films were ad-libbed entirely by stars Seth Rogen and Paul Rudd. Director Judd Apatow had enough faith in both comedians to allow them to go on for several minutes in an unedited clip. The scenes may get a little annoying, but they are undeniably funny.
17. Midnight Cowboy
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Legend has it that this NYC cab ignored the indications that a movie was shooting on this street and drove down anyway. Dustin Hoffman's brilliant reaction was genuine and in character, and the rest is history.
18. Casablanca
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Arguably the most iconic line in the entire film, this one was ad-libbed by Humphrey Bogart during filming. Apparently, it's something he would say to Ingrid Bergman while teaching her poker between takes.
19. The Silence of the Lambs
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While the line about eating a census taker's liver with some fava beans and a nice chianti may have been in the script (as well as the book), the terrifying slurping hiss Anthony Hopkins lets out next was certainly not. It was left in the film because, hello, it's totally the creepiest thing a cannibal could do after discussing a meal.
20. Caddyshack
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Bill Murray, as surely everyone knows, can do literally anything. He's the greatest. Clearly director Harold Ramis knew that too -- the script for Caddyshack featured a scene where Murray's character Carl emulates a kid announcing his fantasy sports moment. Murray simply asked for four rows of mums, and boom! Movie magic.

Items belonging to late Hollywood legend Lauren Bacall will go under the hammer next month (March15). Hundreds of personal effects belonging to the actress will go on show at Bonham's in New York on Sunday (15Feb15) until Thursday (19Feb15) and will then be auctioned off.
Items include John James' famous painting the American White Pelican, which is expected to fetch $64,000 (£40,000), and a 16-carat gold bracelet, which is predicted to go for $24,000 (£15,000).
Other lots listed include a bronze figure of Bacall's first husband Humphrey Bogart as Sam Spade in film The Maltese Falcon, and artworks by Henry Moore, David Hockney and Noel Coward.
Bacall died at her home in New York last year (14) at the age of 89.

Actress Lizabeth Scott has died, aged 92. Scott passed away on 31 January (15) at the Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles after suffering congestive heart failure.
She was known for her deep voice and glamorous looks, and her roles in a series of film noir classics.
In 1947 she starred in I Walk Alone with Burt Lancaster, and opposite Charlton Heston in Dark City in 1950, while she also boasted Humphrey Bogart, Dean Martin and Elvis Presley among her co-stars.
Her last major role was in 1972 movie Pulp opposite Sir Michael Caine and Mickey Rooney, and her career has been commemorated with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Los Angeles.

"@RobertDowneyJr not only a great actor he is a movie star reminiscent of actors such as John Barrymore, Clark Gable and Humphrey Bogart." Actor Vincent D'onofrio has high praise for his The Judge co-star.

Iconic celebrity photographer Phil Stern has died, aged 95. The snapper, responsible for capturing intimate portraits of movie legends such as Marilyn Monroe and James Dean, died on Saturday (13Dec14) in California. He reportedly suffered from emphysema and congestive heart failure, according to The Los Angeles Times.
Stern began his photography career as a teen, when he worked as a police snapper for the New York City Police Department.
At the age of 21, he enlisted in the U.S. Army to become a combat photographer in the Second World War, capturing iconic images at the front lines. Stern was honoured with a Purple Heart for his services.
Later, he moved to Los Angeles and worked for such magazines as Life and Look, honing his ability to capture one-of-a-kind shots of Hollywood's elite, including Monroe, Dean, John Wayne, Marlon Brando, Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis, Jr., Judy Garland, Lauren Bacall and Humphrey Bogart.
Stern worked as a special still cameraman on films such as Guys and Dolls and Close Encounters of the Third Kind.
He also took his camera into music studios while jazz greats like Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald and Dizzy Gillespie recorded their songs, and contributed images for the album covers of artists including Liza Minnelli and Count Basie.

Every once in a while a romantic movie will come along that will just tug at everyone's heart strings due to having a great story and actors with excellent chemistry. We decided to compile a list of 16 movies that have all of these ingredients therefore everyone should see them! Take note of the ones you haven't watched for your next movie night.
1. Beyond The Lights (2014)
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The people behind Love &amp; Basketball are back with Beyond The Lights, a love story between a very successful, yet emotionally struggling singer Noni (Gugu Mbatha-Raw) and a handsome man named Kaz (Nate Parker). Since Love &amp; Basketball was so amazing we are definitely looking forward to this new romance!
2. The Artist (2011)
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This romantic story is silent but powerful. Watch two performers, George Valentin (Jean Dujardin) and Peppy Miller (Bérénice Bejo) try to navigate their careers during a time when movies were slowly moving out of the silent movie era.
3. West Side Story (1961)
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This movie tells a great forbidden love story with excellent music and dancing. Although the story is mostly between Maria (Natalie Wood) and Tony (Richard Beymer), Anita (Rita Moreno) steals the show in her scenes.
4. Slumdog Millionaire (2008)
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This creative movie tells a story of a young Jamal's (Dev Patel) life through flashbacks as he answers questions on "Who Wants To Be A Millionaire." A big part of his past is falling in love with Latika (Freido Pinto).
5. The Fault In Our Stars (2014)
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Prepare yourself emotionally to at least tear up. The story between Hazel (Shailene Woodley) and Gus (Ansel Elgort) is heart breaking since they meet in a support group for cancer patients. Together they become each other's support and true love.
6. Sleepless In Seattle (1993)
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We couldn't leave our girl Meg Ryan from this list! In this film she plays Annie, a woman who falls for a widower (Tom Hanks) when he tells his sad story on the radio. This story is pretty crazy, but some of the greatest movie plots are based on crazy...
7. Grease (1978)
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If you haven't seen Grease yet then what are you doing?! This musical stars Sandy (Olivia Newton-John) and Danny (John Travolta), two high school kids who had a summer romance and get into a weird predicament when they end up going to the same school together. It's fun, it's dirty, and so darn catchy!
8. Casablanca (1943)
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This classic will show the beauty of old Hollywood and the reason why Ingrid Bergman and Humphrey Bogart will forever be remembered. Their characters cross paths in Africa during World War II and are forced to reflect on their failed relationship.
9. Her (2013)
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What would the future of relationships look like if Siri became a thousand times smarter? This movie answers that question with Theodore (Joaquin Phoenix) falling in love with a operating system voiced by Scarlett Johansson.
10. Titanic (1997)
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This '90s blockbuster showcases Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet playing two characters who are from two completely different classes, but fall in love on the infamous Titanic ship.
11. Gone With The Wind (1939)
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This classic features a Southern woman named Scarlett (Vivien Leigh) who comes across a blockade runner (Clark Gabel) and have a passionate relationship during the Civil War.
12. Moonstruck (1987)
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This movie is fun and will have you laughing! Moonstruck" shows Loretta Castorini (Cher) getting scandalously close to her fiancé's brother named Ronny Cammareri (Nicolas Cage) while he is away.
13. Lars And The Real Girl (2007)
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Yeah, you might have fallen for Ryan Gosling while watching The Notebook, but it's time to branch out to his other work! In this indie film he plays Lars, a man who orders a doll and has a delusion that she is real and they are dating. The whole town ends up playing along pretending that she's real in order to help Lars.
14. Silver Linings Playbook (2012)
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You just can't go wrong with Jennifer Lawrence and Bradley Cooper! This duo plays two very dysfunctional characters who cross paths after experiencing tragic endings to their past relationships. You will laugh and be drawn in by their riveting acting and script.
15. Forrest Gump (1994)
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Tom Hanks has quite a few great movies in his resume and this one is certainly one of them. Forrest Gump shows a great portion of one man's life from grade school, college, fighting in a war, and so much more. One person that reappears in his life multiple times is Jenny (Robin Wright).
16. The Princess Bride (1987)
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If you're in the mood for a fairytale then tune into this last pick! The movie has a grandfather (Peter Falk) reading a story to his grandson (Fred Savage) that features a princess (Robin Wright), giants, and so much more.
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The home of late Hollywood legend Lauren Bacall is going up for sale.
The acting great bought the apartment in New York City's famous Dakota building for $28,000 (£17,500) in 1961, four years after the death of her partner Humphrey Bogart. She lived at the property with her second husband Jason Robards, Jr., and her children, and remained there until her death in August (14).
The apartment is now going up for sale for approximately $26 million (£16.3 million), according to the New York Post.

Lauren Bacall's son was blindsided by her sudden death in August (14) as she passed away just weeks before his upcoming wedding. Stephen Bogart, the movie icon's son with acting legend Humphrey Bogart, has confirmed he is to wed Carla Soviero in New York in November (14) and he was planning the ceremony at the time his mother died.
Speaking to the New York Post, the producer/writer admits he is devastated that Bacall will not be at his nuptials.
He says, "It's my third marriage, her second... She's an executive with (information provider) NewsBank. I knew Carla long ago, but we separated then reconnected. I'm 66, she's 60. We're together awhile but... everybody's dying. Even our dog died. Look, mom was getting up there. Our November wedding was close - and she died. She wasn't even sick. I'd spoken to her just before. My sister's coming from L.A. My brother's arriving from Denmark."
Bacall passed away on 12 August (14) at the age of 89 after suffering a stroke at her home in Manhattan, New York.

Movie icon Lauren Bacall has left $10,000 (£5,880) for the care of her beloved dog in her will. The 89-year-old actress died in Manhattan, New York earlier this month (Aug14) and left behind a $26.6 million (£15.6 million) estate.
According to the New York Daily News, her grandsons will inherit $250,000 (£147,000) each, two longtime employees will share $35,000 (£20,500) and her papillon, Sophie, will be taken care of thanks to a $10,000 (£5,880) lump sum.
Papers were filed on Friday (22Aug14) in Manhattan Surrogate's Court.
The rest of her estate, including her apartment in the Dakota building and its contents, will be split between her three children, Leslie Bogart, Stephen Humphrey Bogart and Sam Robards, who will become the dog's guardian.
Her kids have also been named the executors of her estate, and they will take charge of the actress' likeness rights, although in the will, signed late last year (13), Bacall stipulated, "I request that my children respect my wish to keep private certain personal letters, writings, diaries and other papers or memorabilia."

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Lauren Bacall, an icon of Hollywood past and present, was reported dead at Tuesday evening (via TMZ), with a stroke being labeled the cause of her passing. At 89 years old, Bacall remained an active presence on the big screen; the actress had one project in development upon her death: debut director Tom Konkle's Trouble Is My Business.
Although Bacall's recent slate has included triumphs like Lars von Trier's Dogtooth and Manderlay, as well as Jonathan Glazer's Birth, she will always be best known and most celebrated for her early endeavors. We look foremost to The Big Sleep, the noir thriller that pit Bacall against Humphrey Bogart, one of the few talents who could match her sheer cinematic power.
Through the decades to follow, Bacall starred in noteworthy entries like How to Marry a Millionaire, Written on the Wind, and Murder on the Orient Express, and later The Mirror Has Two Faces. In every picture, Bacall proved herself a dynamite purveyor of thrills, drama, comedy, and romance. From the dawn of her career on through the recent years, Bacall was a venerated force in show business, and one without whom we'd never have some of the greatest pieces of film.

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Stardom clinched with his role as Sam Spade in "The Maltese Falcon", directed by John Huston

While serving with US Navy in WWI was in accident which caused scarred upper lip

Worked as office boy on Wall Street; then at age 19 was manager with touring theatrical troupe

Breakthrough stage role as villain Duke Mantee in "The Petrified Forest"; co-starred with Leslie Howard

Made TV acting debut recreating his stage and film role from "The Petrified Forest", opposite Bacall

Starred opposite Ingrid Bergman in the now classic wartime love story "Casablanca"

Last film, "The Harder They Fall"

Co-starred in last film opposite wife Lauren Bacall, "Key Largo"

Stage acting debut in bit part in "Drifting" starring Alice Brady and future wife Helen Menken; through decade progressed to leading Broadway roles usually as the romantic juvenile

Founded Santana Pictures; production company responsible for seven features between 1949-1953, including "Knock On Any Door" (1949) and "In a Lonely Place" (1953), both starring Bogart and directed by Nicholas Ray

Became film star after screen version of "The Petrified Forest" (would reprise part in a 1955 TV adaptation)

Starred opposite Shirley Booth in "Hell's Bells"

Made first of four films opposite future wife Lauren Bacall, "To Have and Have Not" (Bacall's film debut)

Signed by Fox at $750/week; made five films for Fox and one on loan-out for Universal

Short film debut in "Broadway's Like That/Ruth Etting in Broadway's Like That"; feature film debut in "Up the River"

Earned Best Actor Academy Award for "The African Queen"

Signed contract with Warner Bros.

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The very definition of the term "film icon," Humphrey Bogart rose from a bit player on Broadway, to a supporting B-movie actor, to eventually become the undisputed reigning box-office star of his day. After making his transition from the stages of New York to the studios of Hollywood with the crime drama "The Petrified Forest" (1936), Bogart endured an extended period playing second banana to more established stars, such as Edward G. Robinson in films like "Bullets or Ballots" (1936). Although productions like "They Drive by Night" (1940) and "High Sierra" (1941) gradually increased his Hollywood standing, it was Bogart's turn as private eye Sam Spade in "The Maltese Falcon" (1941) that first gave audiences a taste of the world-weary cynical, yet moralistic hero he would become so closely associated with. The persona was further cemented with his performances in "Casablanca" (1942) and "The Big Sleep" (1946), with the former hailed by many as one of the greatest films ever made. In between these cinematic milestones he met his co-star and future wife, actress Lauren Bacall, with whom he would appear in a total of four hit films. Other important films in Bogart's remarkable career included "The Treasure of the Sierra Madre" (1948), "Key Largo" (1948), "The African Queen" (1951) - for which he would win his only Academy Award - and "The Caine Mutiny" (1954). Brought down by cancer while still at the height of his creative powers, Bogart would be remembered as an unrepentant iconoclast, irrepressible rabble rouser, and a true American cultural treasure.

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"He is an antiquated juvenile who has spent most of stage life in white pants, swinging a tennis racket." --comment attributed to Broadway producer Arthur Hopkins when he hired Bogart for the role of Duke Mantee in "The Petrified Forest"